Description
Memorial Day Smoked Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort dish that elevates your holiday gatherings with its rich, creamy texture and smoky flavor. This delightful recipe combines sharp cheddar and smoked gouda for a deliciously gooey experience, topped with a crispy panko crust. Perfect for barbecues or family picnics, each bite promises an explosion of flavor that will have your guests coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 cup smoked gouda cheese, grated
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour until smooth, cooking for about two minutes.
- Gradually add the milk while whisking continuously until thickened (about five minutes).
- Stir in cheddar and gouda until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine cooked macaroni with cheese sauce, then transfer to a smoker-safe dish. Top with panko breadcrumbs.
- Smoke at 225°F (107°C) for about one hour or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 60mg